This Orphaned Baby Elephant Was Miraculously Rescued Before Starving to Death

After an adorable baby elephant was separated from her family and almost died from starvation, she was miraculously saved by a nonprofit organization. As a result, her journey back to good health is incredible.

Asempu, the elephant calf, was rescued by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust after a ranger from the Big Life Foundation spotted her walking around the Narraengolo part of the Amboseli-Chyulu ecosystem, according to Barcroft Media.

When she was found, she was emaciated and barely able to stand. She was soon taken to an elephant nursery/orphanage in Nairobi surrounded by other elephants her age where she’ll remain until 3 years old — when she’ll be ready to be reintegrated.

What a happy looking little tusker!

If you crave more baby elephant cuteness, check out this injured one learning how to walk via hydrotherapy or this Asian elephant celebrating its one-month birthday with an actual baby shower.